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Program Aide jobs are open across education, healthcare, social services, and government, from entry-level to experienced positions, with specializations in youth programs, disability services, and community outreach. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Program Counselor / Behavioral Instructional Assistant
Lafayette School | Troy, Virginia
Full-time, year-round, salaried | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
About the Position
Lafayette School is a small therapeutic day school seeking a compassionate, dependable Program Counselor to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. Working alongside classroom teachers and clinical staff, you will help students stay engaged in learning, navigate challenges, build relationships, and develop greater independence.
This is a hands-on role providing direct student support throughout the school day. We value patience, clear communication, a willingness to learn, and a firm belief that every student can succeed.
Responsibilities
- Support classroom instruction by helping students understand directions, complete assignments, and participate in individual and group activities.
- Implement individualized behavioral supports under the guidance of teachers and the treatment team.
- Help students practice emotional regulation, coping strategies, problem-solving, social skills, and positive decision-making.
- Build trusting relationships while maintaining consistent expectations and professional boundaries.
- Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback throughout the day.
- Supervise and support students during classes, transitions, recreation, and school activities.
- Respond calmly to challenging situations using prevention, de-escalation, and Lafayette’s relationship-centered, “hands-last” approach.
- Record behavioral and academic progress after each class period and provide individual student feedback.
- Contribute to weekly progress reviews, monthly summaries, staff meetings, and team planning.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation and protect student and family confidentiality.
- Follow school safety procedures and reporting requirements.
Qualifications
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent when students are struggling.
- Strong communication, observation, organization, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Openness to feedback, professional growth, and learning from mistakes.
- Comfort using Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and other basic technology.
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Successful completion of required background checks, fingerprint clearance, and TB screening.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience supporting children or adolescents in educational, behavioral health, special education, or related settings.
- An associate degree or relevant college coursework and experience.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and positive behavioral supports.
- Current or previous Mandt, CPR/First Aid, or Medication Administration Training for Youth certification.
What We Offer
- A full-time, year-round salaried position.
- Continued salary during scheduled school holidays and school closures for snow.
- Mandt training and ongoing professional development.
- A small team where your work directly contributes to students’ progress.
- A school community grounded in Community, Integrity, and Resilience.
To Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief statement describing your interest in supporting students at Lafayette School.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Program Counselor / Behavioral Instructional Assistant
Lafayette School | Troy, Virginia
Full-time, year-round, salaried | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
About the Position
Lafayette School is a small therapeutic day school seeking a compassionate, dependable Program Counselor to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. Working alongside classroom teachers and clinical staff, you will help students stay engaged in learning, navigate challenges, build relationships, and develop greater independence.
This is a hands-on role providing direct student support throughout the school day. We value patience, clear communication, a willingness to learn, and a firm belief that every student can succeed.
Responsibilities
- Support classroom instruction by helping students understand directions, complete assignments, and participate in individual and group activities.
- Implement individualized behavioral supports under the guidance of teachers and the treatment team.
- Help students practice emotional regulation, coping strategies, problem-solving, social skills, and positive decision-making.
- Build trusting relationships while maintaining consistent expectations and professional boundaries.
- Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback throughout the day.
- Supervise and support students during classes, transitions, recreation, and school activities.
- Respond calmly to challenging situations using prevention, de-escalation, and Lafayette’s relationship-centered, “hands-last” approach.
- Record behavioral and academic progress after each class period and provide individual student feedback.
- Contribute to weekly progress reviews, monthly summaries, staff meetings, and team planning.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation and protect student and family confidentiality.
- Follow school safety procedures and reporting requirements.
Qualifications
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent when students are struggling.
- Strong communication, observation, organization, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Openness to feedback, professional growth, and learning from mistakes.
- Comfort using Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and other basic technology.
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Successful completion of required background checks, fingerprint clearance, and TB screening.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience supporting children or adolescents in educational, behavioral health, special education, or related settings.
- An associate degree or relevant college coursework and experience.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and positive behavioral supports.
- Current or previous Mandt, CPR/First Aid, or Medication Administration Training for Youth certification.
What We Offer
- A full-time, year-round salaried position.
- Continued salary during scheduled school holidays and school closures for snow.
- Mandt training and ongoing professional development.
- A small team where your work directly contributes to students’ progress.
- A school community grounded in Community, Integrity, and Resilience.
To Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief statement describing your interest in supporting students at Lafayette School.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program aide jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with some college coursework preferred
- Experience working directly with youth, seniors, or individuals with disabilities
- Current CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain before start
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting clearance
- Strong verbal communication and active listening skills in group settings
- Familiarity with documenting participant progress, attendance, and incident reports
Tips for Your Program Aide Job Search
Tailor your resume to program language
Program aide postings often list specific population groups like youth, seniors, or adults with disabilities. Mirror that exact language on your resume so hiring managers and applicant tracking systems recognize your direct experience with their target population.
Highlight certifications before listing duties
CPR, First Aid, and any behavior intervention certifications are frequently required or preferred. Place them near the top of your resume so reviewers confirm compliance immediately, before they read your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program aide openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by program type, not just title
The same day-to-day work might be posted as program aide, program assistant, or activity aide depending on the organization. Search by program type, such as after-school, residential, or vocational, to surface openings that match your background but use a different title.
Prepare scenario answers about de-escalation
Interviewers for program aide roles almost always ask how you handled a participant in distress or a conflict between participants. Prepare two or three specific examples that show calm, step-by-step responses rather than general statements about staying patient.
Follow up referencing the specific program
A generic thank-you after your interview is easy to ignore. Reference the specific program, age group, or outcome goal discussed in the conversation so the hiring coordinator connects your follow-up directly to the role and remembers the exchange.
Program Aide Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program aides?
The companies hiring the most program aides right now include AAA Advantage Home Care, State of Georgia, and Newton Public Schools, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofits, school districts, and government-funded community organizations consistently account for a large portion of active openings.
How many program aide jobs are remote?
About 0% of program aide openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, in-person nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include administrative coordination, virtual tutoring support, and data entry components of case management programs.
How do you become a program aide?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then complete CPR and First Aid certification, which most employers require before your first day. Volunteer or intern with a youth program, residential facility, or community organization to build direct-service hours. Apply to entry-level program aide openings that match the population you have experience with, and expect on-the-job training for organization-specific procedures.
Can you get a program aide job with little or no experience?
Yes, many program aide roles are designed as entry points and train candidates on the job. Volunteer work with youth groups, church programs, sports leagues, or any structured activity with a supervised population counts as relevant experience. Employers in after-school, summer camp, and day program settings frequently hire candidates without paid experience as long as they clear a background check and can demonstrate patience and reliability.
What does the program aide interview process look like?
Most program aide interviews involve a phone or video screen with a recruiter followed by an in-person interview with a program supervisor or director. Expect situational questions about handling participant behavior, maintaining safety, and working as part of a team. Some employers add a brief facility tour or a shadowing session before making an offer. The full process from first contact to offer typically moves quickly compared to other roles.
Where can I find and apply to program aide jobs?
You can find and apply to program aide jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background, location preference, and program type, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.
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